Senior Die Design Engineer - Zytek Medsearch

Title: Senior Die Design Engineer

Location: Fayetteville, AR

Relocation Assistance: Yes

A leading manufacturer and distributor of construction tools is looking for a Senior Die Design Engineer to join their Fayetteville, AR team. The Senior Die Design Engineer will report directly to the Design Engineering Manager, collaborating closely to drive efficiency and excellence in tooling design and production.

• Design and develop stamping tooling, including strip layouts, simulations, die construction, and press specifications, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Manage the end-to-end process of tooling programs, from sourcing to production readiness, while tracking and reporting progress to stakeholders.
• Assist in the development and updating of Die and Gage standards manuals, contributing to the enhancement of best practices and quality standards.
• Coordinate communication between tooling suppliers and internal business groups, facilitating seamless collaboration and project execution.
• Troubleshoot dies and identify opportunities for improvement, implementing corrective actions to optimize performance and minimize downtime.
• Oversee tooling maintenance scheduling and tracking systems, utilizing data-driven approaches to predictively schedule necessary actions and minimize costs.
• Provide floor support on production dies and tooling, offering advanced troubleshooting to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
  Evaluate product designs for manufacturability, recommending cost-effective solutions and process design changes.
• Design high-precision progressive stamping dies for high-volume production, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and specifications.
• Mentor and train departmental personnel to enhance skills and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, preferably Mechanical Engineering, coupled with 5-10 years of experience in Tool and Die Engineering.
• Proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), with experience in 2-D and 3-D design packages such as Solidworks, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Strong understanding of ANSI/ISO drawing standards, GD&T dimensioning, and tool steels applications.
• Knowledge of Wire EDM, CNC machining technologies, and insert molding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T, engineering specifications, and estimating stamping die cost and timing.
• Exceptional analytical and computational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

The company offers excellent benefits with 30 days vacation and PTO plan with unlimited sick days, no weekends or holidays!

Expected salary: 120-150K